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Fully Alive

1st Wednesday Monthly 8-9 a.m.
WNDZ 750-AM

The mission of the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity is to put the gospel and Catholic social teaching to work to transform the lives of others through social ministry. With service and justice at its core, the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity provides tangible ways for the people of the Archdiocese of Chicago to foster community, help meet the immediate needs of the community and address the root causes of poverty and injustice.

Each month, the show will host discussions centering on ministry to immigrants, the incarcerated, the unborn, the dying, the poor, and others on the margins of our society. Topics will also include service opportunities, leadership formation, justice education, and advocacy efforts, all of which are designed to promote solidarity with all and foster the common good.

Dawn Fitzpatrick

Ryan Lents

13th Annual Posada and March for Life Chicago

On today’s show, Dawn and Ryan speak with Michael Warrell, who shares info about the upcoming Immigration Ministry Posada, scheduled for Friday, December 14. We also discuss National Migration Week in January. On the second half of the show, Fr. Jim Heyd from St. Constance talks about several local Masses for Life that happening in conjunction with the March for Life Chicago, on Sunday, January 13, as well as several other events that will be happening before and after the march. Wednesday, December 05, 2018 | Stream | Download

Working on the Margins

On today’s program, Liz Young from the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity joins Ryan to discuss the work of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development in Chicago. They speak with 2 community-based organizations that receive grants from CCHD. First, Lilly Lerner and Nanna Cross from the Jane Addams Senior Caucus discuss their advocacy efforts to improve conditions in senior subsidized housing and ensure that seniors can age with dignity. Then Jawanza Malone, Executive Director of the Kenwood Oakland Community Organization, continued the conversation about affordable housing, displacement, and community stability through the lens of rent control and community benefits agreements. Both organizations discuss their methods of “hearing the cry of the poor” and offer suggestions about how listeners can stay informed on these critical issues and respond in their own communities. The annual collection for CCHD will take place in parishes across the country on November 17-18.Wednesday, November 07, 2018 | Stream | Download

The Hope of Jesus Christ

On today’s Fully Alive, Dawn welcomes guest host Ray Pingoy from the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity. They review the beautiful Renew My Church Summit that the Archdiocese had for all parishes on October 1st and 2nd. Based on the Plenary Sessions by Father James Mallon, author of Divine Renovation, we are living in a time of hope in the promises of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. This hope continues as we celebrate Respect Life Month with the theme of Every Life Cherished, Chosen and Sent. During the hour, Dawn and Ray talk with guests who discuss the March for Life in Palatine, 40 Days for Life, and World Mission Sunday. Wednesday, October 03, 2018 | Stream | Download

Upcoming Human Dignity and Solidarity Activities

On today’s program, Dawn and Ryan speak in-studio with Sr. Joellen Tumas of Casa Catalina Basic Needs Center, a Catholic Charities food pantry receiving CRS Rice Bowl funds. Next, Terese Halm joins the show to talk about 40 Days for Life, a prayer and fasting opportunity taking place at abortion facilities around the United States. Bob Gilligan from Catholic Conference of Illinois checks in to discuss his workshop at the upcoming Life and Justice Conference on September 15, and Lisa Wittig from Amate House talks about the impact of their service program on Archdiocese and their upcoming Ales for Amate fundraiser on September 20.Wednesday, September 05, 2018 | Stream | Download

Leadership Development in the Archdiocese of Chicago

On today’s show, we highlight three engaging ministries that are forming and empowering lay leaders in the Archdiocese of Chicago. First, Mark Goebel speaks with Ryan about Pastoral Migratoria, the Archdiocese’s immigrant-to-immigrant ministry, and the recent Instituto hosted at Catholic Theological Union. Next, Ryan speaks with Michael Okińczyc-Cruz, the Executive Director of the Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership (CSPL), a CRS Rice Bowl-funded organization that is working on a safe passage program in Maywood, Melrose Park, and Broadview. Lastly, Ryan interviews Maria Aranda, who is a young adult leader with St. Gall Warriors of Peace, a CRS Rice Bowl-funded youth group in Gage Park.Wednesday, August 01, 2018 | Stream | Download